WDC WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 ATA Device | 160 | 132 | 58 | 55 | 0.52 | 0.95 | 11.87 | 4.37 |
The measurement of the WDC WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 ATA Device should be used.
The Western Digital WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 is a 160 GB 2.5-inch hard drive from the WD Scorpio Blue series by Western Digital. It is designed for use in laptops and portable computers and offers a good balance between performance, capacity and energy efficiency. Here is a comprehensive description of the technical details, features and application areas of this hard drive:
Technical Details
1. Capacity:
- 160 GB: The hard drive offers a storage capacity of 160 gigabytes, which is sufficient for most basic applications and for storing operating systems, programs and personal data.
2. Form Factor:
- 2.5 inch: The hard drive has the standard form factor for laptop hard drives. It is more compact than the 3.5 inch hard drives used in desktop computers.
3. Interface:
- SATA I (1.5 Gbps): The WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 uses the SATA I interface, which supports a maximum data transfer rate of up to 1.5 Gbps (150 MB/s). This interface is backwards compatible with older SATA versions and will work in many modern computers.
4. Rotational Speed:
- 5,400 RPM: The hard drive rotates at 5,400 revolutions per minute. This speed is suitable for most mobile applications and laptop power efficiency, but does not provide the same performance as 7,200 RPM hard drives.
5. Cache Memory:
- 8 MB: The hard drive is equipped with an 8 MB cache. This cache improves performance by allowing frequently accessed data to be stored and retrieved quickly.
6. Data Transfer Rates:
- Maximum Data Rate: Typically up to 70 MB/s for sequential read and write, depending on system configuration and data requirements.
7. Operating Conditions:
- Operating Temperature: Recommended operating temperature is between 0 and 60 °C.
- Storage Temperature: Storage temperature should be between -40 and 70 °C.
8. Power Consumption:
- Operating Power Consumption: Approximately 2.5 to 3.5 watts, which contributes to better energy efficiency.
- Idle Power Consumption: Approximately 1.5 to 2.0 watts.
9. Lifespan and MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures):
- MTBF: The hard drive has an average lifespan of approximately 600,000 to 800,000 hours, making it a reliable choice for use in laptops.
10. Error Correction and Data Integrity:
- SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology): Supports SMART to monitor the health of the hard drive and predict potential failures.
Features
1. Compact Design:
- 2.5-inch Format: The compact size makes the hard drive ideal for use in laptops, notebooks and compact desktop systems.
2. Energy Efficiency:
- Low Power Consumption: The hard drive offers good energy efficiency, which contributes to longer battery life in laptops.
3. Performance:
- 5,400 RPM: The 5,400 RPM rotation speed provides sufficient performance for everyday applications while maximizing energy efficiency.
4. Cache Memory:
- 8 MB Cache: The cache improves overall performance by providing frequently accessed data more quickly.
5. Reliability:
- Error correction: Support for SMART helps monitor hard drive health and predict potential problems.
Application area
1. Laptops:
- Primary storage: Ideal for use as the main drive in laptops and notebooks where the compact form factor and energy efficiency are beneficial.
- Expansion: Can be used as additional storage space for laptops to store additional data, programs and media.
2. Compact desktop systems:
- Compact PCs: Suitable for use in compact desktop systems or mini PCs where space is limited.
3. External storage solutions:
- External enclosures: The hard drive can be used in external enclosures to provide a portable storage solution for backups and data transfer.
4. Energy efficient applications:
- Energy efficiency: Ideal for applications where energy efficiency is important, such as in portable devices and mobile systems.
5. Backup and Archiving:
- Data Backup: Well suited for storing and backing up data, documents and media files in a mobile or compact format.
Summary
The Western Digital WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 is a 160 GB 2.5-inch hard drive that connects via the SATA I interface. With a rotation speed of 5,400 rpm and an 8 MB cache, it offers a good balance between performance and energy efficiency. Its compact size and energy efficiency make it particularly well suited for use in laptops and other portable devices. With its reliability and support for SMART, the ST3250820A offers a solid choice for use in various mobile and compact applications.
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WDC WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 ATA Device and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of WDC WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 ATA Device.
The WDC WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD1600BEVT-00ZCT0 ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.